HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-11-16 PRC MINSCity of Chula Vista
Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes
Thursday - 6:30 p.m. November 16, 2006
Montevalle Recreation Center 840 Duncan Ranch Rd
Meeting called to order by Chair Rios at 6:35 p.m.
Staff Present: Buck Martin, Director of Recreation
Richard Hopkins, Assistant Director of Public Works Operations
Shauna Stokes, Assistant Director of Recreation
Brian Cox, Principal Recreation Manager
Larry Eliason, Parks and Open Space Manager
Ted Nelson, Recreation Supervisor III
Manuel Gonzalez, Aquatics Supervisor III
Steve Scott, Recreation Supervisor III
Guests: John Teller, 2599 Lone Pine Ct, CV CA 91915
Roll Call /Motion to Excuse
Members Present: Commissioner Salcido, Commissioner Rios, Commissioner Scott,
Commissioner Perondi,
Members Absent: Commissioner Ramos, Commissioner Searles, Commissioner Cien-
Mayer,
MSC (Salcido /Searles) to approve the absence of Commissioner Perondi and Ramos
Before business was conducted, Commissioner Rios introduced Commissioner Scott to the
meeting.
Commissioner Scott briefly discussed her background and stated she was honored to have
been appointed to the Commission.
2a. Approval of Minutes - Move to next meeting.
Commissioner Searles stated that minutes that have been on the Agenda over a period
of time can be approved out of necessity if a quorum is not present.
Margarita responded that she would check with the Attorney's Office
2b. Consideration of canceling the December 21, 2006 Parks and Recreation Commission
Meeting -
MSC (Salcido /Cien -Mayer Vote 5 -0 -0 -2 Perondi and Ramos absent) to cancel the
December 21St Parks and Recreation Commission meeting
Parks and Recreation Commission - November 16, 2006
3a. Recognition of Parkway and Loma Verde Pools by Aquatics International - Mr. Gonzalez,
(Aquatics Supervisor III) informed the Commission that both Parkway and Loma Verde Pools
were recognized by Aquatics International as Best Public /Nonprofit Outdoor Family Aquatics
Center. With more than 100,000 in attendance annually, these facilities accommodate the
growing and diverse Chula Vista community.
b. Recognition of Steve Scott, Recreation Supervisor III by the Southern California Municipal
Athletics Federation (SCMAF) - Mr. Martin (Director of Recreation) recognized Mr. Scott
(Recreation Supervisor III) for his dedicated 23 -year service to SCMAF.
Mr. Scott stated that he was President of SCMAF for 6 years.
C. Field Closures - Mr. Cox (Principal Recreation Manager) informed the Commission of field
closures for field maintenance purposes. He noted that Otay would be closed for 6
months
d. Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Dates for 2007 - Mr. Martin discussed the
meeting dates for 2007.
4. Unfinished Business: None
S. New Business: None
6. Written Communications: None
Commission Comments:
Commissioner Salcido asked if it was possible to add Youth Sports Council information to
the quarterly brochure (e.g. contact phone numbers to YSC).
Commissioner Rios does not agree with listing personal phone numbers to YSC members.
Mr. Martin asked if this information was being considered as a point of reference or
advertisement.
Commissioner Salcido responded that it was for contact reference.
Commissioner Searles stated that the City of Chula Vista should not be held responsible
for paying the additional cost incurred with providing this information in the quarterly
brochure.
Ms. Stokes (Assistant Director of Recreation) responded that other agencies listed in the
brochure pay for their information.
Commissioner Scott stated that she concurs with Commissioner Salcido in providing this
type information in the brochure.
Commissioner Cien -Mayer stated that she thinks it's a good service to the community by
providing this additional information.
Parks and Recreation Commission - November 16, 2006
Ms. Stokes responded that staff would take this request under consideration and provide
cost information at the next meeting.
Commissioner Searles stated that parks and recreation programming are great. In
addition, thinks new pools are needed to accommodate growing community.
Commissioner Scott is impressed with the recreation facilities available to the community.
8. Staff Comments
Mr. Martin recapped the monthly report that was submitted to the Commission
Commissioner Salcido asked if there were plans for a new aquatics facility.
Mr. Martin responded that an aquatics facility was identified in the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan.
Mr. Hopkins (Assistant Director of Public Works Operations) informed the Commission that
Winding Walk Park would be opening soon. In addition, he informed the Commission
about the homeless issue at Lauderbach Park and that strategies were being looked at
to make the park more user friendly.
Meeting adjourned at 7:35
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